Dinner Ideas for St Patrick’s Day Festive Feast

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb or beef
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• to taste salt and pepper
• 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared from 2 lbs potatoes)
• 1 cup shredded Irish cheddar cheese
• 1 2 tablespoons milk
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground lamb or beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced carrots to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the frozen peas, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the prepared mashed potatoes with shredded cheese, milk, and butter until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
6. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread the meat and vegetable mixture evenly. Top it with the creamy mashed potatoes, spreading it out smoothly with a spatula.
7. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.